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144- Supporting Productive Struggling in the Mathematics Classroom

Thursday, April 14, 2011: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
Marriott Ballroom 3/4 (Marriott Downtown)
Lead Speaker:
Susan May
Co-Speaker:
Kathi Cook

Research indicates that allowing students to struggle with challenging problems can help them achieve at higher levels. How much should you allow your students to struggle? How can you support them so their struggles are productive? This presentation will examine tools that help students persist through their struggles with challenging math problems.

Presentation Format: 9-12 Session
Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8, 9 to 12

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